Morante de la Puebla delivered a memorable performance at the Jerez bullring on May 16, 2026, exiting on shoulders after cutting two ears. The afternoon also featured strong showings from José María Manzanares and Juan Ortega.
Morante de la Puebla executed a series of notable verónicas at 19:14, honoring Rafael de Paula with precise and emotional passes. The Tabaco y Oro bullfighter completed the work with sword thrusts that earned him two ears, exiting on shoulders through the main gate.
José María Manzanares secured one ear after a performance that built steadily with the bull Tabalacero. Juan Ortega cut one ear with his sixth bull, standing out with the cape and a quite por cordobinas.
The Jerez bullring recorded a complete sell-out. The bulls from Álvaro Núñez displayed high quality overall. A minute of silence was observed for the anniversary of Joselito.
